Morpho-Physiology and Genetics

The course "Advanced Morpho-Physiology and Genetics" aims to provide students with in-depth knowledge of the physiology of domestic animals, including the nervous system, sensory organs, integumentary system, cardiovascular system, and the musculo-tendinous and articular apparatus. It also delves into the anatomy of the integumentary system and sensory organs in domestic animals such as dogs and cats, as well as in non-conventional animals like hamsters, rats, mice, rabbits, reptiles, and birds. Additionally, it examines the detailed anatomy of the distal limbs of horses and the macroscopic and microscopic structure of hooves. Lastly, it imparts fundamental principles for identifying genomic regions linked to phenotypes of interest, both morphological and hereditary traits. Furthermore, it addresses estimations of gene substitution effects and analogies with the infinitesimal model. It also provides comprehensive information

1 Knowledge and understanding: At the end of the course, students must demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the functioning and regulation of the central and peripheral nervous systems, sensory organs, integumentary system, cardiovascular system, and musculo-tendinous and articular apparatus. They should also be able to describe the microscopic and macroscopic structure of tissues and organs in the integumentary and sensory systems. Additionally, they must grasp the stratigraphy of distal limb regions and the anatomy of reptiles and birds. Lastly, they should possess a solid knowledge of genetic principles related to domestic animal pathologies, including genetic improvement and genetic variability.
2 Ability to apply knowledge and understanding: Students must demonstrate the ability to apply the knowledge acquired during the year to enhance and deepen their preparation in the anatomy and physiology of both conventional and non-conventional domestic animals. Similarly, they should be capable of applying this knowledge to broaden their understanding of domestic animal genetics, including both common and non-conventional species.
3 Critical thinking and judgment skills: the student will be expected to demonstrate the ability to critically argue the information acquired by proactively interacting with the lecturer during lectures and elaborating on the contents of slides in recommended textbooks or other materials, including those shared with the class
4 Ability to communicate what has been learned: the student will be expected to demonstrate the ability to express himself/herself with scientifically appropriate terminology during lectures, both when asking questions of the lecturer and in response to questions that are formulated by the lecturer or colleagues.
5 Ability to pursue study independently in the course of life: the student should demonstrate the ability to use the knowledge acquired to interpret effectively deal with the study of professionalizing subjects in order to have a complete preparation for entering the world of work, helping himself/herself with available sources of knowledge and good mental organization.